2012 Audi TT vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2012 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi TT | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | TT | Civic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 465 Nm | 174 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1349 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |